When Steve Barker reflects on his coaching journey, which included training a South African Defence Force (SANDF) team, he almost runs out of words trying to explain his "deep satisfaction" at winning his first major trophy.

After their impressive 3-0 victory over Golden Arrows in the Carling Knockout quarterfinal on Saturday, AmaZulu coach Pablo Franco has warned that his side is now capable of beating anyone in the DStv Premiership.

Chippa United coach Morgan Mammila is hoping AmaZulu will be fatigued when they meet in the DStv Premiership match at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium tomorrow (5.45pm).

Golden Arrows tactician Mabhuti Khenyeza has downplayed the magnitude of their game against Kaizer Chiefs, who are one of the teams he played for in his heyday, saying there was nothing special about it.

Kaizer Chiefs legend Lucas Radebe has cast serious doubt on interim coach Cavin Johnson, questioning if he can lead the team back to their glory days.

Golden Arrows utility player Tebogo Tlolane is keen to repay the faith shown in him by the club by contributing more to their success.

Golden Arrows midfielder Nduduzo Sibiya is concerned as they will be facing a wounded Kaizer Chiefs side with no clue how interim coach Cavin Johnson will approach the game.

Cavin Johnson’s experience with Al Ahly as assistant coach to Pitso Mosimane should be enough to see him succeed as an interim coach at Kaizer Chiefs.

Molefi Ntseki’s ill-fated stint as Kaizer Chiefs coach has come to an end with Cavin Johnson, who recently joined as head of the youth development academy, taking over on an interim basis.

Contrary to popular belief, Orlando Pirates are not prioritising cup competitions over the DStv Premiership title — and coach Jose Riveiro says the reality that such a high-profile club has not won the league in 11 years bothers him.

AmaZulu coach Pablo “Cijimpi” Franco is feeling hard done by following the PSL’s decision to reschedule their league clash against Orlando Pirates, which was initially postponed because of the MTN8 final, on Tuesday at Moses Mabhida Stadium (7.30pm).

After masterminding yet another brilliant display to help Golden Arrows outshine Cape Town City 3-1 in the first round of the Carling Knockout, coach Mabhuti Khenyeza still doesn't want any credit.

Having done well in cup competitions since taking over at Orlando Pirates last season, coach Jose Riveiro wants to see the same rhythm in DStv Premiership matches.

Embattled Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki has sounded resigned to be sacked after being subjected to yet another violent conduct by the fans.